New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda is a healthy scratch for the team's Week 1 regular-season opener at Levi's Stadium on Monday night against the San Francisco 49ers. Abanikanda enters the 2024 season as the team's RB4 behind starter and bell-cow Breece Hall and rookies Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis. As such, the 21-year-old is obviously off the fantasy radar in most single-year leagues for the time being unless injuries push him into a relevant game-day role. The former fifth-round pick out of Pittsburgh last year was also buried on the depth chart in his rookie season and finished with 22 carries for 70 yards while catching seven passes for 43 yards in only six games. Abanikanda has breakaway speed but is once again buried on the depth chart and will have to wait for his opportunity beyond Week 1.
Sep 9, 2024 7:44 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda picked up 83 yards with a touchdown in Saturday night's preseason win over the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, doing so on only nine carries in the victory. He added a six-yard reception. Abanikanda shed multiple tackles on his way to the end zone in the second quarter, rushing 45 yards down the field for the score. The 21-year-old former fifth-round pick may have locked down a spot on New York's final 53-man roster ahead of the regular season with Saturday's performance against the Giants, but he'll likely slot in as the Jets' No. 4 option in the backfield behind workhorse starter Breece Hall, considering rookies Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis were held out of action in this one.
Aug 24, 2024 11:18 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda led the team with 29 rushing yards in Saturday's preseason victory over the hosting Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Abanikanda handled six carries in Saturday's win over the Panthers, rushing for 12 yards on his longest pickup. Abanikanda, a 2023 fifth-round pick out of Pittsburgh, should be able to make New York's roster as a third- or fourth-string back behind workhorse starter Breece Hall and rookie fourth-rounder Braelon Allen this season, but he's likely to need a number of variables to fall into his favor in order to muster fantasy relevance in 2024. Next Saturday's preseason finale in the Meadowlands against the New York Giants will be Abanikanda's final chance to establish his role on the Jets.
Aug 17, 2024 11:24 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda found the end zone in Saturday's preseason win over the visiting Washington Commanders in East Rutherford, but he only produced 17 yards on his six rushing attempts in the victory. He added an eight-yard reception. Abanikanda rushed up the middle in the fourth quarter, plunging his way into the end zone from two yards out to tie the game at 17 points apiece on Saturday afternoon against Washington. Around this time last year, Abanikanda lost a lot of handcuff upside to starter Breece Hall when the Jets signed veteran Dalvin Cook. This time around, however, the 21-year-old former Pittsburgh standout has a better chance of carving out a change-of-pace role in New York's backfield, but rookie fourth-rounder Braelon Allen poses a big obstacle after impressing on Saturday.
Aug 10, 2024 4:24 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda did not get any reps with the first-team or second-team offense during Friday's OTAs, according to Jets reporter Brandyn Pokrass. Pokrass said he is falling down the depth chart and could be a cut or trade candidate this offseason. Following Abanikanda's 1431-yard, 20-touchdown rushing season in 2022 at Pittsburgh, he was selected by New York in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. As a rookie, he rushed just six times for 22 yards and caught six passes for 11 yards. After New York drafted Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (fourth round) and South Dakota State running back Isaiah Davis (fifth round) in April's draft, the writing was on the wall for the 21-year-old speedster. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues can consider continuing to stash Abanikanda, but he's unlikely to make an impact in 2024.
May 31, 2024 4:20 PM EST
New York Jets rookie running back Israel Abanikanda has seemingly leapfrogged Dalvin Cook as the No. 2 back behind Breece Hall with the team playing out the string of another lost season in 2023. Abanikanda carried the ball twice for three yards and caught a season-high four passes on seven targets for 27 yards in Thursday night's 37-20 loss to the visiting Cleveland Browns. The 21-year-old rookie also lost a fumble on a kickoff return in the first half. Abanikanda saw a career-high nine carries in last week's win over the Washington Commanders and should be more involved behind Hall in the team's Week 18 regular season finale against the New England Patriots on Jan. 7. He figures to be more involved in a complementary role in 2024 and should be stashed in dynasty/keeper leagues.
Dec 29, 2023 12:25 PM EST
New York Jets rookie running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) is officially active on Thursday night against the Cleveland Browns after coming into the game listed as questionable on the final Week 17 injury report. With the Jets playing out the string the last couple weeks, Abanikanda saw a season-high nine carries for 43 yards in the Week 16 win over the Washington Commanders and could once again see more action over Dalvin Cook on Thursday night. However, the 21-year-old rookie will still be well behind Breece Hall in the RB pecking order and won't have any standalone fantasy value in Week 17, especially against a stout Browns defense on the road. Abanikanda is worth stashing in dynasty/keeper leagues heading into the offseason.
Dec 28, 2023 7:28 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was limited on Wednesday as his team got in their final practice session ahead of their Week 17 matchup against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night. Abanikanda usurped Dalvin Cook as the No. 2 running back in New York behind Breece Hall last week but his status is in jeopardy after he was limited all week by an ankle injury. It looks like the rookie running back will be a game-time decision this week. If he is forced to miss, expect Dalvin Cook to resume his role as the chief backup to Hall this week.
Dec 27, 2023 9:20 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice. The Jets held a walkthrough on Tuesday, but Abanikanda would have been a limited participant if the team held a regular practice. The rookie was also limited in practice all of last week due to this ankle injury. However, it didn't limit him in the contest, as he totaled a career-high nine carries for 43 yards in the Jets' win. He'll have one more chance to upgrade his practice status before Thursday's game against the Cleveland Browns. Even if he suits up, Abanikanda doesn't carry much fantasy value in Week 17.
Dec 27, 2023 12:18 AM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was estimated as a limited participant on Monday. The rookie also appeared on the injury report in preparation for Week 16 but was able to play, which is a solid indicator that he'll suit up against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night. With the Jets out of playoff contention, several younger players (including Abanikanda) earned more opportunities this past week. He operated as the Jets' No. 2 running back behind Breece Hall, rushing nine times for 43 yards. He'll presumably have a similar workload in Week 17 as long as he plays.
Dec 25, 2023 8:39 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda handled nine carries for 43 yards in a 30-28 win over the Washington Commanders. The rookie, who was limited in practice throughout the week with an ankle injury, was questionable heading into the weekend but ultimately suited up and received meaningful touches as early as the first quarter. Although New York is likely just seeing what it has in its young players now that the Jets have been eliminated from the playoffs, it is worth noting that Dalvin Cook was given zero opportunities on Sunday. Furthermore, Abanikanda gained more rushing yards this week than Cook had in any contest this season. The 21-year-old is explosive and should be on the radars of dynasty fantasy managers as a player who could have a greater role in 2024.
Dec 25, 2023 1:50 AM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was limited in practice all week long. He is officially questionable to play against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. The rookie has seen limited opportunities this season, totaling just 18 rushing and 16 receiving yards through three games. As long as he remains behind Breece Hall and Dalvin Cook on the depth chart, Abanikanda is off the fantasy radar.
Dec 22, 2023 3:34 PM EST
New York Jets rookie running back Israel Abanikanda (illness) had his repetitions limited in practice for the second straight day on Thursday due to an illness. Meanwhile, wide receiver Jason Brownlee (ankle) was a full-go after he was limited on Wednesday. Neither player is relevant in single-year fantasy leagues, but it's worth noting that Abanikanda saw a season-high four carries for eight yards while catching both of his targets for 11 yards in the team's blowout loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 15. The 21-year-old should be ready to go by Sunday's contest against the visiting Washington Commanders, and Abanikanda could see a bit more work in the final three games in what has been another lost season for Gang Green. He's only worth stashing in deep dynasty/keeper leagues.
Dec 22, 2023 1:49 AM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice. The rookie has seen an increased role recently, carrying the ball eight times for 19 yards over his last five games. He also has three catches and 16 receiving yards during that span. While the rookie hasn't been terrific and should be avoided in all redraft leagues, it's promising to see him earn a few snaps while Breece Hall and Dalvin Cook remain on the sideline. He could become an appealing "buy" before long.
Dec 20, 2023 9:34 PM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (illness) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. Even though he's active, the rookie remains the No. 3 running back in New York. Head coach Robert Saleh previously noted that some of Abanikanda's struggles in pass protection have contributed to his reduced role on offense. He can be avoided in most fantasy leagues.
Dec 3, 2023 11:35 AM EST
New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (thigh) turned four carries into 30 yards and one reception into one yard before sustaining a leg injury in the team's preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Abanikanda went down in the fourth quarter and was subsequently carted to the locker room. The severity of the injury is currently unknown, but the rookie appeared to be unable to put weight on his right leg. The 20-year-old had looked impressive to this point in the preseason, but his status is very much in question for next week's showdown with the New York Giants.
Aug 20, 2023 12:33 AM EST
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